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Damien  Hawkins

Damien Hawkins

Bundaberg,QLD

Summary

Skilled in garden maintenance and demonstrating exceptional adaptability, I excelled at Sp Exports by efficiently managing multiple landscaping projects and enhancing productivity in potato grading at Mortimer Farms Pty Ltd. My expertise in and collaborative teamwork led to significant waste reduction and profit improvement, showcasing my dedication to excellence and professional growth.

Work History

Gardening Assistant

Sp Exports
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working under various weather conditions while maintaining high-quality results in assigned tasks.
  • Ensured timely completion of seasonal gardening tasks such as planting, weeding, and pest control measures.
  • Managed time efficiently when juggling multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
  • Operated small and large landscaping equipment such as augers, sprayers and tractors.
  • Assisted in designing and implementing landscape projects for both residential and commercial clients.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.

Sweet Potato

Mortimer Farms Pty Ltd
  • Developed an expertise in various potato varieties, enabling accurate classification based on size, shape, color, and weight criteria.
  • Reduced waste and improved profits with accurate identification of quality potatoes for packaging.
  • Collaborated with team members to establish efficient workflows, maximizing productivity in grading tasks.
  • Upheld company values and standards in all aspects of work, representing the organization as a knowledgeable and professional potato grader.
  • Scraped, shaped and bladed for various grades to prepare surfaces.
  • Complied with company policies and OSHA regulations to maintain safe working conditions.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment for sorting.
  • Monitored engine gauges and operated machinery to grade to fine specifications.

Education

Bundaberg High School
Bundaberg, QLD

Skills

  • Garden maintenance
  • Weed management
  • Seasonal planting
  • Soil preparation
  • Tree planting
  • Greenhouse operations
  • Irrigation systems
  • Indoor plant care
  • Organic gardening
  • Watering management
  • Pruning techniques
  • Garden tool use
  • Seed germination
  • Pest control
  • Garden design
  • Garden bed preparation

Languages

English
Elementary

Timeline

Gardening Assistant

Sp Exports

Sweet Potato

Mortimer Farms Pty Ltd

Bundaberg High School
Damien Hawkins